Derek McCann pleads guilty to assault in Dublin court

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Derek McCann pleaded guilty to assault causing harm at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, in a report published on 18 January 2016. The assault happened at Edenmore House, Coolock, on 10 September 2011.

The court heard that McCann used a broken glass to attack Glen Riordan, who required ten stitches. Judge Melanie Greally adjourned sentencing until the following April so the Probation Services could assess whether McCann was suitable for community service.